Marketing Session 1
Marketing Session 1
Marketing Session 1
Introduction to marketing
Introduction to Marketing
Introduction Addressing needs profitably Industry Point of View - Marketing is an intermediary function between product development and sales Marketing Careers Advertising Sales and Distribution Supply Chain Market Research Marketing Strategy Public Relations Activation
Brand Management
STP Segmentation
Segmentation is the identification of portions of the market that are different from one another Segmentation allows the firm to better satisfy the needs of its potential customers As a marketer, we need to identify the various segments and address their needs
Two Examples
Let us take two examples a)Dabur Chyawanprash b)Krack c) Identify the segment they are catering to and need(s) that they are addressing.
Two Examples
Let us take two examples a)Dabur Chyawanprash b)Krack c) Identify the segment they are catering to and need(s) that they are addressing.
Dabur Chyawanprash Need Tweens are generally hyperactive and less inclined to taking foods. Segment Kids in the age-group of 6-16 Krack Need Treating cracks in the feet that develop due to inadequate protection and care Segment Females in the agegroup of 20-49, seeking a specific benefit
M1 P1 P2 P3
M2
M3
Single Segment Concentration Eg. M&M tractors targeted at agricultural markets Full Market Coverage Eg. Coca Cola targets entire non-alcoholic beverage market
Market Specialization Eg. Lab Equipments Selective Specialization Eg. Crest Whitestrips
Positioning
Before I Start..
Positioning :
Kotler : The act of designing the companys offering and image to occupy a distinctive place in the minds of target market. Differentiate how your prospective customer perceives your product/brand
Distinctive Place
Over communicated
Over Burdened
Over Simplification
Every Brand looks for a Shortcut to enter the mind which is Positioning
Shortcuts
Maruti Cars : Fuel Efficiency
Why doesnt a Maruti talk about luxurious comfort or a Merc talk about efficiency?
Dettol
Axe
Airline Example : 3 things that Economy Fliers want the most? 1.On time Service 2.Good food and Comfort on Board 3.Affordability
Positioning
Spicejet : Affordability & Hot food Indigo : Affordability & On time Flights Kingfisher Red : Affordability & Comfort
Helps the Brand Form a Distinctive Place in the minds of the consumer
The most Important Factor for a Marketeer. This is all you will be playing with. This is all you will be trying to build for your product
Do you think one Toilet Cleaner is radically Different from another? Do you think Cameras other than a Canon do not have a Night Mode?
Perceived Benefits